Nancy Burns The Rock & Roll Martini Group celebrated Rod Stewart’s 80th birthday in May. Mia and John Harnly hosted the celebration with Hot Legs (spicy chicken), Maggie May Martinis, and Rockstar Martinis. The guests added delicious side dishes and desserts. The weather was beautiful as we enjoyed mingling with friends outside and inside, with…
Dave Parker The house band (host) for the April meeting of the Rock & Roll Martini Group was none other than party planners extraordinaire Deb and Larry Nortunen. Deb and Larry planned out a full evening of entertainment, including a special compilation of the musical guests of Saturday Night Live over the past 50 years.…
Dave Parker The house band (host) for the March meeting of the Rock & Roll Martini Group was Nancy and Jimmy Burns. They chose Carole King as the featured artist for the event. Carole King is an American singer and songwriter who has written or co-written more than 400 songs, which have been recorded by…
Dave Parker The house band (host) for the February meeting of the Rock & Roll Martini Group was Susan and Barry Joyce. It was a Valentine-themed get-together, with Rockers (members) and guests bringing Valentine-themed appetizers or desserts. Susan and Barry served up chicken tetrazzini and their “world famous” cherry dessert. (Barry only gets credit for…
Dave Parker The house band (host) for the January meeting of the Rock & Roll Martini Group was Susan and David Parker. The event was the annual celebration of the ZZ Top band. ZZ Top is known for their live performances, sly and humorous lyrics, and the matching appearances of Billy Gibbons and Dusty Hill…
Dave Parker The house band (host) for the December Rock & Roll Martini Group was Trish and Henry Moore. Trish and Henry have hosted a number of Christmas parties in the past, and they did not disappoint this year. A new twist was added this year with the awarding of prizes for the ugliest Christmas…
Dave Parker The house band (host) for the October meeting of the Rock & Roll Martini Group was Cassie and Jim Richardson. Cassie and Jim chose John Fogerty as the featured music for the evening. John Fogerty is an American singer, songwriter, and guitarist. He is the lead singer, lead guitarist, and principal songwriter for…
Dave Parker The house band (host) for the September get-together of the Rock & Roll Martini Group was Susan Hebert. Susan chose Jimmy Buffett as the featured music for the evening. Jimmy Buffet was a singer-songwriter known for his beach, sailing, and Margaritaville brand. Susan served up shredded pork sandwiches and brisket baked beans. The…
Dave Parker The house band (host) for the August meeting of the Rock & Roll Martini Group was Kari and Al Arco. Kari and Al featured a Solid Gold martini party, reminiscent of the TV show Solid Gold. The TV show featured ‘70s and ‘80s music. Kari and Al rolled out a taco bar with…
Dave Parker With the temperature soaring, the house band (host) for the July meeting of the Rock & Roll Martini Group was Susan and Barry Joyce. It was a summer bash featuring a smorgasbord of food. Susan also rolled out some outstanding frozen berry desserts for the Rockers (members) and guests. Susan and Barry had…